1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Bitter Type III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Bitter Type III would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Bitter | TVR |
| Model | Type III | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
